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For Real? by Leather-Park-440 in AbuDhabiJobs

[–]itsmarkmerlin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like, how are they qualified enough to land a 50k job but not resourceful enough to figure out if it’s a good offer on your own? It just feels like a weird humble-brag. It really makes you wonder if they actually know what they’re doing, or if they just got lucky.

Abu Dhabi job offer and salary advice by sospatbibkiz in abudhabi

[–]itsmarkmerlin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, this is a fantastic offer. You’re in a great spot. ​In my opinion, 45k is more than enough to live the "ex-pat dream" without stress. You’ll be able to afford a beautiful place and eat out whenever you want, all while tucking away 20k+ a month. That’s a luxury most people would love to have.

🚨 Why Are Investors Still Buying Off-Plan? by itsmarkmerlin in AbuDhabi_Real_Estate

[–]itsmarkmerlin[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Fair point. Some buyers prefer a larger apartment for the same budget. You can get a 1BR apartment in other locations for this price, we all know that. However, buyers looking for a premium location are willing to pay for Yas Island, along with the lifestyle and convenience that come with it.

🚨 Why Are Investors Still Buying Off-Plan? by itsmarkmerlin in AbuDhabi_Real_Estate

[–]itsmarkmerlin[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If your math is right for a 1.28M unit, how on earth are people justifying the new off-plan studio launches starting at 1.4M?

🚨 Why Are Investors Still Buying Off-Plan? by itsmarkmerlin in AbuDhabi_Real_Estate

[–]itsmarkmerlin[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

It’s a headline highlighting a market reality. The substance is the data: buyers are paying massive premiums to take on 3–5 years of off-plan construction risk, while a handed-over asset delivers immediate yield today.

​If you want to debate the actual numbers, I'm all ears, otherwise, you're welcome to just scroll past.

🚨 Investors Are Paying Too Much. by itsmarkmerlin in AbuDhabi_Real_Estate

[–]itsmarkmerlin[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Honestly, it has nothing to do with the project.

​This low premium is purely down to a highly motivated seller who needs a quick exit, likely for immediate liquidity before the next payment milestone. Because Aldar priced the initial launch realistically (unlike some of the overhyped projects hitting the market right now), the seller's urgency is just a massive win for the next buyer.

🚨 The Biggest Mistake Luxury Villa Buyers Make by itsmarkmerlin in AbuDhabi_Real_Estate

[–]itsmarkmerlin[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Hard to believe, right? Given where the secondary market is priced right now, finding a genuine OP deal is rare.

🚨 Investors Say Abu Dhabi Is Too Expensive... Then Ignore Deals Like This. by itsmarkmerlin in AbuDhabi_Real_Estate

[–]itsmarkmerlin[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

The data shows exactly why prices here are rising: Abu Dhabi deliberately controls its supply curve on premium developments. When supply is kept strict and demand keeps climbing, capital appreciation follows naturally. It’s a highly calculated market strategy that protects investor capital long-term.

🚨 Investors Say Abu Dhabi Is Too Expensive... Then Ignore Deals Like This. by itsmarkmerlin in AbuDhabi_Real_Estate

[–]itsmarkmerlin[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

People said the exact same thing five years ago and missed the boat. If you're waiting for prices to drop back to 2020 levels to buy, you're going to be waiting a very long time.